Trade Compliance & Contracts Manager

POSITION SUMMARY The Trade Compliance & Contracts Manager is a manager-level individual contributor responsible for leading the company’s export control compliance program and managing commercial and government contract compliance activities. This role serves as the Designated Export Compliance Officer (ECO) for Wilcoxon and Piezotech and independently oversees trade compliance processes, export licensing, denied party screening, and regulatory registrations. While this position carries a Manager title, it does not have direct people-management responsibility. Instead, it functions as a subject-matter authority with accountability for regulatory compliance, contractual risk mitigation, and external-facing certifications related to U.S. export controls and Department of Defense (DoD) requirements. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Trade Compliance & Export Controls Serve as the Designated Export Compliance Officer (ECO) for Wilcoxon and Piezotech. Manage and maintain compliance with applicable U.S. trade regulations, including: Export Administration Regulations (EAR) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) Foreign Trade Regulations (FTR) and Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) Lead the company’s denied party screening program, including oversight of screening procedures for customers, vendors, partners, visitors, and transactions. Manage export license applications, amendments, renewals, and ongoing proviso compliance. Maintain and administer required government registrations, including: State Department DECCS Commerce Department SNAP-R Review and approve non-U.S. person visitor requests and controlled data access to ensure export control compliance. Act as the primary point of contact for export compliance audits, inquiries, and customer requests. Provide guidance and direction to internal stakeholders (engineering, sales, operations, supply chain) on trade compliance requirements and risk mitigation. Perform other duties as assigned. Contracts & Commercial Agreements Review and evaluate commercial contract terms to identify compliance, regulatory, and business risk. Review DoD contracts and subcontracts, including FAR and DFARS clauses and required flow-down provisions. Review, approve, and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) in accordance with company policy. Prepare and manage annual certifications and representations for DoD and government-related customers. Maintain a centralized contracts and agreements log, ensuring accurate documentation, approvals, and renewal tracking. Manage company participation and compliance with: Government Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) Joint Certification Office (JCO), including DD2345 certification for access to Military Critical Technical Data. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Experience/Background: 1. Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in export/trade compliance, government contracting, or contracts management. 2. Experience serving as or acting in a lead capacity for export compliance or trade compliance programs strongly preferred. 3. Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance. Skills: 1.Hands-on experience with export licensing systems (DECCS, SNAP-R) and denied party screening tools. 2.Strong knowledge of U.S. export control laws (EAR, ITAR) and government contracting requirements. 3.Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and government contract compliance. 4.Strong judgment, analytical, documentation, communication and organizational skills. 5.Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret complex regulatory and contractual language. 6.Ability to work cross-functionally with legal, operations, engineering, sales, and leadership teams. 7.Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 8.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database systems. 9.Ability to handle sensitive and classified information with discretion. 10.Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, meet deadlines, and influence without authority. Education: 1.Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, International Trade, Engineering or Compliance-related field. 2.Equivalent combination of education, certifications, and/or work experience that will allow for successful performance of job expectations may be considered. ENVIRONMENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Office / Sedentary Requirements: Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. Powered by ExactHire: 190782